ok i can't spell that good so awser the question not make fun of me ok thanks.................
my landlord refusese to ficx ur heat when we moved in it was not working right we have forsed hot air and ran buy gas and well this home has5 rooms and only 2 rooms work and refused to fix itand the frount door is not insolated.
aand we have to pay over$300in gas a mo and 700 in rent.........
what would you guys do and how would i even go about reporting him if i can? and i have a 1 mo old in the home my baby and every moring when i wake up it is like 56degres in the house.
i live in pA TOO
2007-03-07 10:07:29 · 10 answers · asked by graphic_hottie_4_life 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Renting & Real Estate
your area should have a local renters association, check in the phone book for that,,,,,,, also,,,,, contact family and childrens services, explain the problem,,,,,, they are a good resource for help,,,,,,,,,, you also can contact the local legal aid society,,,,, all of these places can help direct you towards how to get the problem fixed
2007-03-07 10:13:32 · answer #1 · answered by dlin333 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Contact your local Fair Housing agency for advice and advocacy on how to address the situation. Depending on your situation and the laws in your area, you might be entitled to not only having the repair done, but also getting part of your rent back and/or $ to move to a new place if the landlord doesn't fix it.
A lot of people wait on situations like these, just hoping it'll get better. But if you address the issues now, it'll help you to have a warmer house, a stronger sense that you can confront issues in your life, and your landlord might even respond to future requests for repairs quicker!
You can look in your phone book or contact your local courthouse for referrals to Fair Housing. Here are some other places you might check: Fair Housing Partnership in Pittsburg, PA 412-391-2535 and (toll-free tip line) 1-800-896-7743.
Good luck!
2007-03-07 18:20:46 · answer #2 · answered by el repollo rojo 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the landlord is not fullfilling their obligations to assist you with maintenece issues, you need to contact either the local RHA (rental housing association www.rha.org) or the local Fair Housing agency and report this issue.
Make certain you document in writing all request for repair that you have made and the bills showing the various cost you have had to pay. I reccomend consulting an laywer as well or taking the case to small claims court after you have got the help you need from either Fair Housing or the RHA.
2007-03-07 18:14:00 · answer #3 · answered by Duran Duran Diva 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can insulate your own front door with strips and an adhesive panel.
If you are broke, put blankets over the door and frame.
Every town or county has a number to call and complain about building violations or heat complaints.
I have forced air gas heat, and it can get expensive. Once the other vents are fixed, your bill may go up even more.
You really need to look into weatherproofing the windows and doors.
2007-03-07 18:42:44 · answer #4 · answered by BoomChikkaBoom 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
couple of ideas:
1. use the spell checker. Even if you can't spell it helps you look like you can.
2. call a lawyer. They will put your rent in escrow and when the problems are fixed the landlord will get his rent.
3. move! 300 in gas is way too much.
4. call the local government office in your town and find out who you talk to. there are laws that require everyone have proper heat in a renting situation.
2007-03-07 18:16:57 · answer #5 · answered by thunder2sys 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
lol your right about the spelling anyway but there is a "check spelling" button on your little box.
In any event here is what you need
STATE’S WEB SITE: http://www.state.pa.us/
LANDLORD TENANT ACT: http://www.attorneygeneral.gov/uploadedFiles/Consumers/landlord_tenant_act.pdf#search=%22landlord%20tenant%20act%20Pennsylvania%22
Online complaint form:
http://www.attorneygeneral.gov/complaint...
Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General web site
http://www.attorneygeneral.gov/consumers...
Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission
http://www.phrc.state.pa.us/
State bar Association: http://www.pabar.org/
Buena Suerte
2007-03-07 18:18:18 · answer #6 · answered by newmexicorealestateforms 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Look in the blue pages in your phone book, and find the number for the the housing board. If they can't help, they may know who can.
2007-03-07 18:16:33 · answer #7 · answered by Niklaus Pfirsig 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
pay your rent to the housing court in your county. tell the landlord he can pick it up there. When he shows up they'll tell him he has so many days to fix the problems or have to show back up in court.
2007-03-07 18:12:21 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
A new thermostat will run you about 10 bucks.
2007-03-07 18:11:58 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
go see a lawyer or free legal aid if you can't afford to.
2007-03-07 18:12:04 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋